Archive for March, 2014
Tormented conscience – am I alone?
Mar
We have a date to go back to the polls and cast our vote as part of the new 2014 WA Senate Election. Most would not quibble that due process is essential to create an equitable and democratic society BUT how are Western Australians coming to terms with the knowledge that this exercise will cost […]
‘Lets Talk Culture’ Ageing, Culture and Mental Health seminar
Mar
The ‘Let’s Talk Culture’ seminar series aims to assist professionals to work in a culturally responsive way with consumers and carers from ethnically diverse backgrounds. These seminars are jointly organised by the Mental Health Commission, the Transcultural Mental Health Service at Royal Perth Hospital; and, the Cultural Diversity Unit of the Chronic Disease Prevention Directorate […]
Seniors become more tech savvy
Mar
The Tech Expo for Seniors, held on 26 February and hosted by the ILC and COTA WA (Council on the Ageing WA), proved popular. Over 100 people attended to learn about current and emerging technologies and to gain insight into the many ways that technology can help people to stay in touch, communicate with others, […]